Former Dover Council member can have charges cleared after 12 months. Former Dover Councilman Sergio Rodriguez is pleased with his PTI arrangement. ( Photo/ DOVERNOW.com ) Former Dover Town Councilman Sergio Rodriguez has been admitted into a 12-month program for first-time offenders that will help him avoid a trial and potential jail time. The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office announced the decision to admit Rodriguez into the Pre-Trial Intervention program on Monday, Januar

The January 1 government reorganization meeting will be the first public meeting in eight months. The doors will be open, and the public is welcome to attend the January 1 Town Council meeting. (Photo/DOVERNOW) By Mario Marroquin Dover Town Council and Mayor James P. Dodd voted to restore in-person access to Town Hall during their last meeting of the year. The legislation was approved by all members present during the meeting, including several members who will no longer be s

Chaotic, contentious public hearing leads to discussion on ‘stacking’ and another meeting. Anxious Dover residents crowded into a room at the Dover Free Library to seek answers about a parking permit program that was supposed to start on January 1. (DOVERNOW Photo/Karen Fucito) By David Chmiel/Photos by Karen Fucito “It’s not a simple solution.” Dover Mayor James P. Dodd delivered the most concise statement during a chaotic and contentious meeting scheduled to review the new

Get in the holiday spirit, do some shopping, enjoy the rides, and sweet treats! Photo Gallery by Jack Ponzoni CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Families take in the sights and sounds of the rides and attractions at the Skylands Stadium Lights Show and Christmas Festival. Worker Michael Parker guides patrons through the entrance of the drive-through light show. Carloads of friends and family enjoy the views around the turns at the light show. Walker Vanderploog rings up customers in ne

Left to Right: Debora Acevedo, Sandra Downs, Dr. Krista Downs, Scott Miller, Luis A. Jaime, Sue Shauer, Alex Toth, TC McCourt, Atilla Sabahoglu celebrate the ground-breaking. (Photo Courtesy Dover School District) Superintendent Luis A. Jaime presides over the groundbreaking ceremony for the new sixth-grade annex construction. Dover Public Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, December 8, to celebrate the start of construction on its new sixth-grade annex, officia

First Ward Council member-elect works with The Good Bean, Dover Scoops, and Factory Records to help support local pantries. Daniella Mendez , who will represent residents of Dover's First Ward as a member of Town Council when she is sworn in on January 1, 2026, is working with local businesses to set up donation spots for non-perishable foods. If you can help, please consider donating what you can to support your neighbors in need during these challenging times. DOVERNOW.com

Recognition delivered at the Morris County Police Chiefs Association holiday luncheon. MCPCA names 2026 President and Executive Board. Morris County Sheriff James Gannon presents Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney with a service award from the MCPCA. (Photo courtesy of MCPCA)   From the County of Morris Office of Communication and Digital Media: The Morris County Board of County Commissioners attended the Morris County Police Chiefs Association’s (MCPCA) annual holiday lunc

The six-story, 90-unit apartment building on East McFarlan Street is poised to transform the neighborhood and attract new residents to Dover. Construction continues on the six-story, 90-unit 80East development at E. McFarlan and Route 46. (DOVERNOW photo/David Arredondo) Crossroads Companies and CrownPoint Group are nearing completion on the 80East luxury apartment project, slated to open early next year. The six-story, 90-unit building is located at the corner of McFarlan an

Crowds brave the cold to celebrate the parade and tree-lighting ceremony.  The crowd gathered at the Christmas Marketplace in JFK Park to welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus as they made their entrance. (Photo/Jack Ponzoni) As performers lined up near Crescent Field in Lot B, attendees lined Blackwell Street. The scent of warm, fresh popcorn and hot chocolate filled the frosty Monday night air, letting everyone know it was time for Dover's annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting ce

N.J. Rep Aura K. Dunn (R-25th Dist..) lent a hand to make Thanksgiving memorable for many families. Photo: Courtesy, Aura K. Dunn) "As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving, I am reminded of the power of community and compassion. I was grateful to join Table of Hope, County College of Morris, and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office for their annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution, where hundreds of turkeys and meals were shared with families across our region. Thanks to t

From sparkling lights to Santa sightings, Dover transforms into a winter wonderland full of joy and holiday cheer. As always, Santa and Mrs. Claus are the stars of the Christmas parade. (photo: Karen Fucito/DOVERNOW) Celebrate the season with family, friends, and neighbors at Dover’s annual holiday festivities on Monday, Dec. 1 ! Enjoy a magical evening filled with lights, music, and holiday cheer as the community comes together to welcome the most wonderful time of the year.

Dover Schools Superintendent Luis Jaime has been in the position for approximately 18 months. From day one, he has been spreading a commitment to effective communication.  

The County College of Morris (CCM) this month celebrated the construction of its new Center for Health Professions. The 80,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility is set to open in Winter 2027. 

The 2025 Nielsen Chevrolet Car Show roared to life on Sept. 21, drawing over 200 attendees and more than 120 classic and custom vehicles to Route 46. Co-hosted by Nielsen Chevrolet and Dover Rotary, the event celebrated horsepower, heritage, and community pride. 

DHS presents 'Murder on the Menu' dinner-theater event. Get tickets by November 14. The Dover High School Drama Department is setting the stage for a thrilling evening of food, fun, and mystery with its fall play,   Murder on the Menu : A Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre Experience . Performances will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, and Saturday, Nov. 22, in the DHS Cafeteria .  Guests will enjoy a unique, interactive theatre experience as students perform a suspense

Sheri has been clean for three years. The Morristown resident has a job and a place to live as she wages her ongoing battle with opioid use disorder. She takes part in therapy and receives regular injections of medication, all of it paid for by Medicare. “The thought of not having healthcare and access to my medications that are keeping me alive and clean really does something to me,” she says. “I don’t know where I would be right now, probably suffering in the horrors of add

Her grandfather favored flannel shirts. An unusual fashion choice for a young businessman in the 1920s, says Jeanne DeMark of Dover, a time when proper attire was the norm, even for factory workers, who wore dress jackets and ties to work. However, her grandfather, Henry O. Baker, had an unusual business career: He took over management of the family’s Baker Theatre at the age of 19.

Residents encouraged to join a tribute honoring local veterans. The Town of Dover will commemorate Veterans Day with a community ceremony at 6p.m. on Tuesday, November 11, at Hurd Park, 276 W. Blackwell Street.  This long-standing tradition invites residents to come together in gratitude and remembrance, honoring the service, courage, and sacrifice of local veterans who have served in the United States Armed Forces.  A proud fixture on Dover’s civic calendar, the ceremony off

'I will never take that trust for granted,' she wrote in an open letter to 25th District voters. NJ Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn (R-25th Dist.) was re-elected on November 4, 2025. By DOVERNOW.com Editor's Note: Incumbent Aura K. Dunn (R-25th District) won re-election to her New Jersey Assembly seat. Here is her letter to the district: Dear Friends, With tremendous gratitude and humility, I want to thank the people of the 25th District for giving me the honor of continuing to

Charles E. Johnson was presented with a Distinguished Military Service Medal by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners . Dover resident Charles E. Johnson was awarded the Morris County Distinguished Service Medal on November 5. (Photo/Morris County Board of County Commissioners) By DOVERNOW.com Charles E. Johnson was one of seven veterans presented with the Morris County Distinguished Military Service Medal on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, during the Morris County Boa